Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco  

In the colonial heart of Cusco, a short walk from Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral and the Pre-Columbian Art and Inca museums. The hotel sits minutes from the bohemian San Blas neighborhood and about a 10-minute drive from the major Inca ruins and the White Christ statue. Pet-friendly and centrally located for city sightseeing.

Housed in a restored 16th-century palace with visible Inca and colonial pathways and on-site archaeological remains. Fifty-five suites ring four cloistered patios with fountains, flowing water channels and gardens of flowers, herbs and fruit trees. Suites come with pillowtop beds, deep soaking tubs and rainfall showers, iPod docking/LCD screens and personalized butler contact before arrival.

The largest patio is the social hub with a heated outdoor pool and poolside bar. A full-service spa offers massages, steam and body treatments, plus a yoga area and a library for downtime. Concierge and 24-hour room service keep things easy, and there’s a tour desk and transfer assistance for local excursions.

On-site business center and conference/meeting space with express check-out. Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property, plus laundry/dry-cleaning and accessible facilities.

A poolside fine-dining restaurant serves organic Andean and Peruvian cuisine with pool views, backed by a bar/lounge and daily poolside drinks. A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning and 24-hour room service is available.